Tag: Ford Explorer Platinum

  • Ford Explorer Platinum Starring in the Next “X-Files” Episode

    Ford Explorer Platinum Front ViewIf you are a 90s kid like me, you should be crazy about the release of the new “The X-Files series. But if you are a Ford Explorer fan, you should be too looking forward to the new episodes! What do “The X-Files” have to do with Ford Explorer? The answer is that the Ford Explorer Platinum will be the vehicle carrying the FBI Agent Dana Scully, played by Gillian Anderson, throughout the highly anticipated six-episode series.

    The anticipated appearance of the Explorer Platinum will be integrated into a scene from the second night of the show’s two-part premiere. In addition, along with the appearance of the emblematic SUV, Ford will be proudly “starring” with other vehicles, namely an Escape, Mustang and black Taurus.

    SEE ALSO: 2016 Ford Explorer to be Built in Chicago Assembly Plant

    They will appear throughout the season and will be an expression of the continuation of Ford’s long history with “The X-Files.” Back in 1993, these Ford vehicles were featured when the show debuted. If you remember well, Agent Fox Mulder, played by David Duchovny, notably referred to his Ford Taurus as “a good American car.”

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    The Explorer is Ford’s best-selling SUV in North America for the last 25 years. It was re-introduced as an absolutely all-new model five years ago and since then its sales increased exponentially. Las fall the company debuted the Explorer Platinum, which was proudly showing-off with leather-wrapped interior, exclusive 500-watt Sony Audio System, and abundance of smart technology like the enhanced active park assist, a lane-keeping system and rain-sensing wipers.

    Driven by the 3.5-liter twin-turbocharged EcoBoost V6 unit, the SUV generates more than 365 horsepower (268 kW) at 5,500 rpm and 474 Nm (350 lb.-ft.) of torque at 3,500 rpm. The engine is connected to the six-speed SelectShift.

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    Ford Explorer Platinum in The X-Files

    “The X-Files” re-appear on the TV screen after thirteen years. Have you already watched the new episode? Everyone expects that the new series will be as thrilling and mind-bending as the old ones. The six-episode event series are again made by the creator and executive producer Chris Carter. Re-inhabiting their roles will be the stars David Duchovny, as Fox Mulder, and Gillian Anders, as Dana Scully, who made their protagonists true icons.

    Follow the series on Twitter @TheXFiles and join the discussion at #TheXFiles. Don’t forget to mention us in your comment @Autoview, and follow us if you haven’t done it already.

    Source: Ford 

  • 2016 Ford Explorer to be Built in Chicago Assembly Plant 

    2016 Ford Explorer at Chicago Assembly Plant2016 Ford Explorer has been welcomed at the Chicago Assembly Plant. The significantly updated vehicle will be built in the factory and from there distributed in more than 100 markets outside the United States. As a matter of fact, the same plant exported more than 54 000 Ford Explorers last year with customers in Canada and Mexico as the largest consumers.

    The Explorer was initially launched 25 years ago in 1990. For these years Ford has sold more than 7 million examples of the model, which makes it the best-selling SUV in America. Now, the 2016 Ford Explorer has been significantly updated and features a lot of new features in comparison to the previous model year.

    SEE ALSO: Sony Audio System Incorporated In 2016 Ford Explorer Platinum

    In addition, the sportier stance of the car is supported by the new 2.3-liter EcoBoost. This means more capability, because the four-cylinder unit is rated at 280 horsepower (2016 kW) at 5,500 rpm and 229 Nm (310 lb.-ft.) of maximum torque at 3,000 rpm. In addition, the Explorer is also fuel efficient despite the 280 horses. In comparison to the 2.0-liter EcoBoost four-cylinder it replaces, the new 2.3-liter EcoBoost has additional 40 horsepower and 40 lb.-ft. of torque to offer. This is estimated as an increase of 17 percent and 15 percent, respectively.

    2016 Ford Explorer at Chicago Assembly Plant

    What is more, there is also another engine in the range, which comes as a standard. It is the 3.5-liter V6 engine that is fitted in the base model, the XLT and Limited trims. It produces 290 horsepower (213 kW) at 6,500 rpm and 346 Nm (255 lb.-ft.) of torque at 4,000 rpm. The engine transmits all power onto the road via six-speed SelectShift Automatic transmission.

    At last, the 2016 Ford Explorer Sport and Platinum editions will be driven by the 3.5-liter twin-turbocharged EcoBoost V6 unit, generating more than 365 horsepower (268 kW) at 5,500 rpm and 474 Nm (350 lb.-ft.) of torque at 3,500 rpm. The engine is connected to the six-speed SelectShift as well.

    The new Platinum series that was recently announced and it is fitted with a lot of extra equipment and it will go on sale later this summer. On the other hand, the 2016 Ford Explorer base, XLT, Limited and Sport models are currently available on the market. Stay tuned! More details are coming soon.

    Source: Ford

  • Sony Audio System Incorporated In 2016 Ford Explorer Platinum

    2015 Ford Explorer with Sony SystemFor even more pleasurable and fun drive, now the 2016 Ford Explorer Platinum includes an exclusive Sony audio system, that comes with Live Acoustics technology and Clear Phase technology. In fact, this is the first time premium Sony audio system is included in a vehicle. As you might remember since 1991 the Explorer model has been the top-selling SUV and since then offers high-quality vehicle components and high-tech gadgets.

    To create the perfect cabin atmosphere while on the road, Sony team spent more than 100 hours fine tuning the system just to provide the best audio experience, that the Sony team is capable of. Sony engineers especially examined and studied great halls in Amsterdam, Berlin and Vienna, just to ensure the perfect balance and sound quality in the 2016 Explorer.

    At the heart of the audio system, there are 12 high-quality speakers, and a class D amplifier unit and a especially crafted subwoofer. All the speakers are capable of producing 500 watts and are placed on special places in the cabin.

    The most special thing about the audio system is definitely the Clear Phase technology. When music is played, sound engineers make sure, that any instrument occupies a specific area of sound frequency. The idea is to shape the overall sound into a listenable piece of music, where every single musical note is especially balanced in order to get the maximum out of it.

    So, in order to achieve it, Sony engineers strategically tuned the speakers and placed them in special zones, just to achieve that “sweet spot” balance of instruments, that are played in a certain musical record.

    The audio system is really a unique achievement not only for Sony brand or for Ford brand, but it is achievement, done by the cooperative work of professionals. Creating and incorporating such a masterpiece in such a unique vehicle is really a matter of dedication, professionalism and desire for the best result.